handsomely Meaning & Definition
What Does Handsomely Mean?
As an adverb, handsomely means Regarding a person's action: in a handsome or good-looking manner. It can also mean In a manner conforming to accepted standards of behaviour; appropriately, decently, graciously; also , generously, magnanimously.
Handsomely at a Glance
| Part of speech | adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈhæn(t)s(ə)mli/ |
| Comparative / superlative | more handsomely, most handsomely |
Handsomely Definition (Adverb)
- Regarding a person's action: in a handsome or good-looking manner.
a handsomely brooding man
- In a manner conforming to accepted standards of behaviour; appropriately, decently, graciously; also , generously, magnanimously.
I was handsomely praised for my part in stopping the robber.
- In an elegant or graceful manner; elegantly, gracefully, neatly, nicely.
- With an attractive or elegant appearance; attractively, finely, splendidly.
to dress handsomely
- Chiefly regarding speech or writing: cleverly, skilfully.
- Regarding an undesirable occurrence (such as defeat or punishment): harshly, severely; completely, thoroughly; also, energetically, vigorously.
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- Especially regarding how a gift is given or money is paid: without holding back; generously, liberally.
- Without undue haste; carefully, slowly and steadily.
- In a convenient manner; conveniently, readily. In a proper manner; properly, suitably.
- In a convenient manner; conveniently, readily.
- In a proper manner; properly, suitably.
Adverb
- In a handsome or attractive manner.
a handsomely brooding man
- Generously.
I was handsomely rewarded for my part in tracking down the thief.
- Impressively, thoroughly.
- Carefully; in shipshape style; without undue haste.
Synonyms of Handsomely
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Handsomely synonyms and antonyms →Handsomely in a Sentence
a handsomely brooding man
I was handsomely praised for my part in stopping the robber.
to dress handsomely
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I was handsomely rewarded for my part in tracking down the thief.
Word Forms & Grammar
handsomely (comparative more handsomely, superlative most handsomely)
Origin of Handsomely
From handsome + -ly (suffix forming adverbs).[1][2]